Michel Law represents individuals in contested and uncontested divorce, equitable distribution, custody, and prenuptial agreements. Boutique practice. Direct attorney access. Discretion as standard.
Divorce involving real property, business interests, professional practices, retirement accounts, or complex custody arrangements requires counsel experienced in high-stakes litigation and negotiated resolution.
Full-scope litigation from commencement through trial. Pendente lite applications, discovery, depositions, forensic valuations, and trial advocacy in Supreme Court.
Identification, valuation, and division of marital assets — real property, business interests, professional licenses, retirement accounts, deferred compensation, and stock options.
Legal and physical custody disputes in Supreme Court and Family Court. Best-interests analysis, forensic custody evaluations, parental access schedules, and relocation proceedings.
Drafting and negotiating marital agreements that withstand judicial scrutiny. Full financial disclosure. Independent counsel requirement satisfied. DRL § 236(B)(3) compliance.
Temporary and post-divorce maintenance analysis under the statutory formula and deviation factors. Income imputation. Durational analysis for long-term marriages.
Negotiation and drafting of Stipulations of Settlement covering all ancillary issues. Flat-fee uncontested divorce for parties who have reached agreement on all terms.
Matrimonial matters involve financial exposure, reputational sensitivity, and family dynamics that require controlled information flow. Michel Law treats confidentiality as an operational discipline, not a passive obligation. Communications are secured. Court filings are reviewed for unnecessary disclosure. Strategy discussions occur exclusively with the client.
When the marital estate includes real property portfolios, closely held business interests, professional practice valuations, restricted stock, or cross-border assets, equitable distribution becomes a financial exercise as much as a legal one. Michel Law works with forensic accountants, appraisers, and business valuators to build an accurate picture of the marital estate before advocating a position.
Settlement negotiations are most productive when the opposing side believes you will go to trial. Michel Law prepares every contested matter as if it will be tried — discovery is thorough, expert witnesses are retained early, and trial exhibits are prepared in advance. The result is either a well-informed settlement or a well-prepared trial. Both outcomes serve the client.
Your matter is handled by the attorney who signed your retainer agreement. Strategy calls are not delegated. Court appearances are not farmed out. The attorney who knows your case is the attorney who represents you in every proceeding.
Contact Michel Law to discuss your matrimonial matter. Evening and weekend appointments available by request. All communications are privileged.